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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Quick recovery pace typical of a converted right-back playing centrally. (conf 0.6)
Good straight-line speed developed from years as an overlapping full-back. (conf 0.6)
Comfortable turning and adjusting body shape in one-on-one defending. (conf 0.55)
Durable engine built from covering the flank repeatedly for club and country. (conf 0.55)
Control
Reliable enough under pressure for a Bundesliga backline role. (conf 0.5)
Can carry the ball forward but not a primary progressor via dribbles. (conf 0.5)
Uses frame reasonably to protect the ball against wide pressure. (conf 0.5)
Modest power on shots, not a scoring threat from range. (conf 0.45)
Distribution
Tidy in build-up exchanges from the back three or four. (conf 0.55)
Occasional switches of play but not a standout distributor. (conf 0.5)
Decent delivery from wide areas carried over from his full-back days. (conf 0.5)
Functional reading of play rather than a creative standout. (conf 0.45)
Chance threat
Rarely a goal threat, defender first in output. (conf 0.4)
Sensible, infrequent attempts when pushed forward. (conf 0.4)
Times overlapping and underlapping runs sensibly when advanced. (conf 0.45)
Not a designated set-piece taker. (conf 0.35)
Duels
Competes adequately in the air despite modest height for a centre-back. (conf 0.5)
Tenacious one-on-one defender with good recovery speed to cover errors. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Energetic in triggering pressure high up the pitch. (conf 0.55)
Timely interceptions built on anticipation and pace. (conf 0.5)
Adapting well to a more central defensive role after years at full-back. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Generally calm on the ball for a player still adjusting to a new league. (conf 0.5)
Mostly sound choices in transition moments, occasional lapses under pressure. (conf 0.5)
Relentless up-and-down effort has defined his career profile. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Generally available with no major long-term injury history known. (conf 0.5)
Outlook
Mid-20s defender likely near his ceiling as a squad regular rather than star. (conf 0.5)
Established Japan international known within Bundesliga and Premier League circles. (conf 0.55)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Yukinari Sugawara is a Japanese defender, primarily a right-back by trade now being used centrally, known for his relentless work rate and recovery pace. Developed at AZ Alkmaar before a Premier League move to Southampton, he brings a physically robust, energetic profile to Werder Bremen's backline. He is a regular in the Japan national team setup, valued more for defensive reliability and stamina than creative output.
Developed at AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands, which he joined from Japanese football, before moving to the Premier League.
Signed by Southampton in 2024.
Established Japan international defender.